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Videographer Salary in Louisiana

The median videographer salary in Louisiana is $56,420 per year, which is 9% below the national median of $62,000.

Median Salary

$56,420

vs National

$-5,580

State Rank

#33 of 50

Cost of Living

91%

Videographer Salary in Louisiana by Experience

In Louisiana, an entry-level videographer earns around $34,580, while experienced professionals earn up to $95,550 per year. The cost of living index in Louisiana is 91% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$34,580

$-3,420 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$58,240

$-5,760 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$95,550

$-9,450 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisiana

Percentile	LA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$31,850	$35,000	$-3,150
25th Percentile	$41,860	$46,000	$-4,140
Median (50th)	$56,420	$62,000	$-5,580
75th Percentile	$77,350	$85,000	$-7,650
90th Percentile	$101,920	$112,000	$-10,080

Videographer Salary by City in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for videographers in Louisiana include New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, and Lafayette. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

New Orleans, LA

$60,760

Pop. 383,997 · COL 98%

Baton Rouge, LA

$57,040

Pop. 227,470 · COL 92%

Shreveport, LA

$52,700

Pop. 187,593 · COL 85%

Lafayette, LA

$54,560

Pop. 121,374 · COL 88%

Lake Charles, LA

$53,320

Pop. 80,000 · COL 86%

How to Become a Videographer in Louisiana

Education

Most videographer positions require a bachelor's degree. Louisiana has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Video ProductionPremiere ProAfter EffectsLightingAudio RecordingStorytelling

Job Outlook in Louisiana

Nationally, videographer employment is projected to grow 12% over the next decade (much faster than average). Louisiana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.